Stay secure when traveling

- [Instructor] When you're traveling,…whether it's to the next town over,…or to the other side of the world,…there are some important digital…security tips to keep in mind.…Let's start with a few things about…mobile devices, like phones and tablets.…It's a good idea to set a passcode on your devices.…Ideally, one that's longer than just four or six numbers,…in case the device is lost.…Setting a strong passcode helps to protect data on your…device from being accessed by anyone who finds it.…Some devices also allow a fingerprint,…or other biometric access, and this can be…a good thing to enable as well,…so you don't have to type in your passcode…every time you use the device.…

Be sure to backup your device before you travel,…in case it's lost and you need to restore…your information to a new device.…Important information should never only be…in one place, at least not for very long.…So be sure to make a backup of your device,…either on a computer or to the cloud,…before you travel, and if at all possible,…backup as you go, as well.…

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9/30/2019

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10/1/2018

Security isn't just a concern for the tech savvy among us. It matters to everyone with a digital footprint. In this course, instructor Scott Simpson shares practical tips that can help anyone broaden their knowledge of security—no technical pedigree required. Scott dives into topics ranging from password managers to phishing emails, sharing strategies and tools that can help you become more aware of your own security and how to keep your information safe.